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Summary:  

The Value Stream Manager is responsible for overseeing all daily operations of a manufacturing facility that includes welding, assembly, and paint processes. This position ensures that production runs safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively while meeting or exceeding customer expectations for quality and delivery. The Value Stream Manager provides strong leadership to value stream supervisors, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and fosters a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all aspects of plant operations including welding, assembly, and paint departments.
• Ensure a safe work environment through enforcement of company safety policies and adherence to federal, state, and local regulations.
• Lead and develop a high-performance team through coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Develop and implement production schedules, resource plans, and workflow strategies to meet delivery commitments.
• Monitor and drive key performance indicators (KPIs) such as: Direct Labor Efficiency (DLE), (Defective) Parts per Million (PPM), On-time Delivery (OTD), etc.
• Champion, lead, and drive Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Cost-Reduction initiatives, using tools such as 5S, Kaizen, and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate closely with production control, design and manufacturing engineering, supply chain, quality assurance, and customer service to align on product delivery priorities and needs.
• Support new product introductions and other cross-functional projects.
• Report regularly to executive leadership on production performance, resource needs, risks, and opportunities.
• Sets the highest ethical standards for self and others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Skills, and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations and/or Engineering; MBA a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership and management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior hands-on experience managing welding (MIG/TIG/robotic/manual), assembly, and industrial painting operations preferred.
• Proven track record of implementing Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Cost-Reduction initiatives, using tools such as 5S, Kaizen, and root cause analysis.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001/14001 standards and regulatory compliance requirements (OSHA, EPA).
• Proven track record of developing team members and leading cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement creative, data-oriented solutions to systems and processes.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• Directly manages a team of departmental (Value Stream) supervisors in the welding, assembly, and paint areas.
• Collaborates and partners with other functional areas: production control, materials, quality, manufacturing and design engineering, maintenance, logistics, finance, EHS and HR.
• Responsible for hiring, training, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and employee development.
• Oversees organizational planning including workforce scheduling, cross-training, and succession planning.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work Environment: Primarily a manufacturing floor environment with exposure to machinery, welding fumes, paint chemicals, and varying noise levels. Office work is also required for reporting and planning.
• Physical Demands: Frequent walking, standing, and observation on the production floor; occasional lifting of materials up to 20 lbs; use of PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection, respirators) as required.
• Travel: Minimal travel (0–10%) may be required for vendor visits, customer meetings, or training.